ESY Occupational Therapist [Current Employees Only] - Summer 2026

Irving ISD•Irving, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan and provide therapy services in accordance with individual education plan developed by ARD committee to enable students to benefit from special education services. Therapists work to improve, develop, restore and/or maintain a student's sensory/motor functions as they relate to the educational setting.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
Valid Texas License as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Knowledge of assessment procedures, therapeutic activities, and equipment used in school based-practice occupational therapy.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
2 years’ experience in school setting

Responsibilities

Interpret and disseminate assessment information to ARD committee.
Conduct periodic reassessment of therapy objectives as indicated by student needs.
Coordinate therapy services with school personnel and community agencies.
Participate with ARD committee in developing individual educational plans.
Provide therapy intervention services consistent with goals established by the ARD committee and maintain appropriate reports/documentation.
Maintain inventories of equipment materials, and supplies.
Effectively communicate with school personnel, students and parents regarding therapy programs/purposes as they benefit students and/or educational programs.
Promote effective interdisciplinary relationships to enhance student achievement.
Provide information on architectural barriers, classroom modifications and/or safety precautions.
Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Exhibit ability to coordinate educational programming with therapy staff, classroom/educational staff, school administration, and outside agencies as appropriate.
Adhere to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics.
Abide by established laws, rules and regulations, and district policies.
Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.